Family Medicine Physician

JOB SUMMARY:

We are seeking a Family Medicine Physician to join our compassionate, mission-driven healthcare team. The ideal candidate is committed to high-quality patient care, community engagement, and collaborative practice in a resource-conscious environment.

General Description:

§ Hospital employed

§ Work Week 4.5 days per week with one half day of Administrative time for charting, callbacks etc.

§ Broad Scoped Family Practice with Peds, Walk Ins and Chronic Care Patients with Multiple Comorbidities

§ Simple Procedures such as excisional and punch biopsies, simple laceration repairs and I and D of simple abscesses a plus.

§ Splinting of simple fractures, a plus with referral to local Orthopedic team

§ Maintaining regular communication with hospital leadership and nursing directors to align departmental goals and strategies.

Clinical Practice (Outpatient):

§ provide comprehensive, primary healthcare for individuals and families across all ages, genders, and diseases, serving as a patient's first point of contact. They diagnose/treat acute and chronic illnesses, offer preventive care (vaccinations, screenings), manage patient records, and coordinate care with specialists

§ Conduct physical exams, diagnoses, and treats acute illnesses (e.g., infections) and manages chronic conditions (e.g., diabetes, hypertension).

§ Perform routine checkups, vaccinations, immunizations, and provides counseling on health and lifestyle habits.

§ Orders, performs, and interprets diagnostic tests (e.g., X-rays, blood work, EKGs).

§ Coordinate patient care with specialists, maintains electronic medical records (EMR), and provides comprehensive, patient-centered care.

§ Procedures include but are not limited to: Handles, in some settings, minor injuries and procedures such as laceration repair, joint injections, skin biopsies, and, in rural areas, potentially urgent care.

At Artesia General Hospital, our leadership and management practices are grounded in our core values, captured in the acronym S.E.R.V.I.C.E. These values are the foundation of all employee activities and guide us in fulfilling our Mission.

§ Servant Leadership - Leading by serving others with compassion and humility.

§ Excellence - Striving for the highest quality in all we do.

§ Respect - Treating everyone with dignity and kindness.

§ Virtuousness - Acting with honesty, integrity, and accountability.

§ Innovation - Embracing new ideas to improve care and outcomes.

§ Community - Fostering collaboration to meet the needs of those we serve.

§ Education - Promoting learning and professional development.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

§ Participate in quality improvement initiatives, clinical protocols, and population health strategies.

§ Engage in community education and outreach activities to improve endocrine health awareness.

§ Maintain accurate and thorough documentation in the electronic health record.

§ Contribute to the growth and development of the endocrinology service line.

§ Participate in shared call responsibilities (as applicable).

KNOWLEDGE/SKILL/ABILITIES:

§ Medical Expertise: In-depth knowledge of adult medicine, human anatomy, and organ systems.

§ Diagnostic Skills: Ability to analyze complex medical data to make accurate diagnoses.

§ Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills for interacting with patients and other medical professionals.

§ Problem-Solving: Critical thinking skills to solve complex diagnostic problems and manage multiple health conditions simultaneously.

§ Professionalism: Adherence to ethical standards and commitment to lifelong learning to stay updated on medical advancements.

AGE-RELATED COMPETENCIES: Demonstrates the basic knowledge and skills necessary to identify age-specific patient needs appropriate for this position.

INFORMATION MANAGEMENT: Treats all information and data within the scope of the position with appropriate confidentiality and security.

RISK MANAGEMENT/QUALITY MANAGEMENT/SAFETY: Cooperates fully in all Risk Management, Quality Management, and Safety Activities and Investigations.

MINIMUM POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school.

Completion of an ACGME-accredited Family Medicine residency.

Prefer ABEM/AOBEM Certified, BC/BE FP; IM; EM; AAPS (Will consider Non-Boarded with ER experience)

Must have Active NM license, DEA, & NM controlled substance registration

ACLS and PALS preferred

Commitment to serving a rural, underserved population.

Strong communication skills and dedication to patient-centered care.